Bitcoin options open interest decreased by 0.86% to $37.81 billion, with calls making up nearly 60% of open interest, indicating a bullish medium-term outlook. However, short-term trading volume favored puts, reflecting traders' demand for downside protection amid volatility. The most traded contracts were puts expiring in late October, signaling caution in the near term despite overall positive positioning. This split suggests investors are optimistic about Bitcoin's price over the medium term but remain wary of short-term risks.
Bitcoin options open interest and trading volume dynamics provide context for cryptocurrency market sentiment. For readers following major cryptocurrencies, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Oct 17, 2026 18:01 WIB: out of 50 priced major cryptocurrencies, 9 rose and 40 fell today. Notable movers include SAND at Rp1.059 with a 1-day change of +7.28% and a typical hold time of 123 days, ALGO at Rp2.025 down 5.42% with a hold time of 130 days, and COTI at Rp202 down 5.02% with a hold time of 121 days. Pluang order activity shows varied buy/sell splits, such as SAND with 41% Sell / 59% Buy and ALGO with 13% Sell / 87% Buy.
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